Social Media/ Marketing Intern
About ALTA Foods
ALTA Foods is a fast-growing tortilla manufacturer based in Goldsboro, NC, producing high-quality tortillas, wraps, and ready-to-fry tortilla chips for retail, food service, and private label customers nationwide. With brands like Fiesta Fit and Celia’s Tortillas, we focus on innovation, better-for-you products, and strong partnerships with leading retailers.
Position Overview
We are looking for a creative, motivated college student to join our team as a Marketing Intern for Summer 2026. This role is ideal for someone interested in food marketing, social media, and brand growth. You’ll gain hands-on experience working directly with our marketing team on real campaigns, content creation, and strategic projects.
What You’ll Do
- Create engaging content for social media (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn)
- Develop and photograph/film weekly food recipes using ALTA products
- Assist with influencer outreach and relationship building
- Support Amazon and e-commerce optimization efforts
- Conduct market and competitor research
- Help plan and execute seasonal marketing campaigns
- Assist in drafting press releases and identifying PR opportunities
- Repurpose content across platforms (Pinterest, YouTube, blog)
- Analyze social media and digital performance trends
Key Projects
- Social media content calendar & recipe development
- SEO and keyword research for website and social platforms
- Amazon/e-commerce listing audits and improvements
- Competitor and industry trend analysis
- PR outreach and media research
- Final presentation summarizing insights and contributions
What We’re Looking For
- Currently enrolled college student (Marketing, Business, Communications, or related field preferred)
- Strong interest in social media, food, and consumer brands
- Creative mindset with attention to detail
- Comfortable creating content (photo/video)
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Self-starter who can manage multiple projects
Bonus Qualifications (Not Required)
- Experience with Canva, Adobe, or content editing tools
- Familiarity with TikTok/Instagram trends
- Interest in food, nutrition, or cooking
What You’ll Gain
- Real-world marketing experience in the food industry
- Portfolio of content (recipes, videos, campaigns)
- Exposure to retail, food service, and e-commerce marketing
- Mentorship from a fast-growing CPG brand
- Opportunity to make a direct impact on a growing company